Cinco de Mayo is celebrated even in my little southern town! It’s mostly restaurants putting up the banners, but this year, we also have a little pop-up fair! It’s only going to become a bigger deal as more Latinx folks move in, and I can’t wait for it! I used to live in San Antonio, Texas, and it’s HUGE there!

Cinco de Mayo is NOT Mexican Independence Day (that’s September 16th). It celebrates Mexico’s victory over France in the Battle of Puebla in 1862, which occurred on — May 5th! It wasn’t the final battle of their war with France, but it has significance because they won against a much larger, occupying force. That’s the history lesson, and when someone asks you what Cinco de Mayo is all about, you can tell them something other than “It’s a big party!”

So, are you planning to do anything to celebrate or enjoy the holiday? Maybe pick up some Mexican food to support the local businesses? Is it a big deal where you live?

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